Swim with Whales from the Tweed
Swim with Whales from the Tweed
4.9 (265)  
Fingal Head, NSW 2487
  • Highlights
    • Embark on a safari-style boat excursion off the coast of Gold Coast, Australia, to witness the majestic humpback whales.
    • The safari-style tour is led by a team of knowledgeable and experienced crew members who are passionate about marine life.
    • Enjoy the comfort and stability of a custom-built vessel specifically designed for whale watching.

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  • Overview

    Each year between May and November the subtropical waters of Australia’s east coast host 30,000 humpback whales on migration from Antarctica. They follow the path of the continental shelf which runs closest to the shoreline between Byron Bay and the Gold Coast, making this the prime location for us to witness the whales in their natural environment.

    To swim with whales is undoubtedly a remarkable, intimate experience you won’t soon forget. Cooly Eco Adventures is the first operator on the Gold Coast to offer swimming with whales and it is our prime objective to give you that experience in a safe and environmentally conscious way.

    We do everything we can to maximise your chance of swimming with whales but what you must understand is; we don’t swim with whales, the whales swim with us. While we guarantee whale sightings, we cannot guarantee your swim with them; the time they spend with us or the proximity they will come.

    Cooly Eco Adventures uses the ‘soft in-water encounters’ approach which is a proven method to achieve a successful and sustainable whale swim. 

    Every whale swim is unique and our highly experienced skipper and crew are on hand throughout to make this experience personal as well as professional. They have a wealth of knowledge and passion for whales and the stunning Gold Coast region they look forward to sharing with you.

  • What's included?
    • Qualified, experienced and professional skipper and crew
    • Maximum 8 swimmers in the water accompanied by an experienced guide
    • In-water whale swimming interactions as close as 30 metre approach – the rest is up to the whale
    • Top of the range swim and snorkel gear (masks, fins, snorkel) including super warm Patagonia Yulex wetsuits;     sharkbanz2 and Reef Safe Sunscreen
    • In water support from crew available as well as floatation devices
    • Snorkel training offered to improve your current skill level
    • Informative and captivating commentary throughout the tour on humpback whales and other marine life; Australian
    • Aboriginal and European history along with the local area.
    • Tea, coffee and light snacks pre-departure
    • Fresh fruit post swim
  • Location

    • Please arrive several minutes earlier than your scheduled tour time.

  • Customer Reviews for Cooly Eco Adventures

    4.9

    265 reviews
    Debra Pace
    Debra Pace
    a week ago

    Fabulous, helpful, and accommodating tour guides. They were thorough in preparing travellers for the experience. The boat ride was fun, and we saw dolphins on the way to the island. While snorkeling, we saw a variety of fish and three large turtles.

    Ainara Javaloyes
    Ainara Javaloyes
    a week ago

    We went to do the swimming with turtles in Cook Island and we really had an amazing time. The quality of the snorkelling gear was really good and well maintained. I would recommend this company and this tour it to anyone!

    Loretta Monda
    Loretta Monda
    a week ago

    A wonderful experience that exceeded all our expectations. The team were awesome they knew where the best snorkelling area to see the turtles…..and turtles we saw. I had the best fun and it was due to a professional team that knew their stuff. An absolute must do with Cooly Eco Adventures

    Lara Fabiani
    Lara Fabiani
    5 months ago

    Highly, highly recommend a Swim with Turtles experience with the Cooly Eco Adventures crew. Lachie runs a professional outfit with excellent safety standards, quality equipment & a very clean craft. His knowledge of the local marine & bird life & his respect for the environment is next level & we felt in very safe hands on the boat. Cass was very informative whilst snorkelling in the water, pointing out different species of fish, turtles & other marine creatures. Excellent morning out for all topped off with numerous dolphin sightings! Will definitely be booking again soon.

    Henry
    Henry
    a month ago

    First time snorkelling! Had a amazing experience with Cooly Eco Adventure. We went on the swim with turtles experience and got to see dolphins as well! The whole crew was very safe, professional and knowledgeable! Thank you for the pineapples and oranges! Nice little treat after swimming.

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    • Experience Type: Outdoor
    • Activity Level: Relaxed
    • Skill Level: Beginner
    • Duration: 3.5 Hour(s)
    • ID Required: Yes
    • Booking Required: Yes

     What to bring:

    • It is colder out on the water so come prepared with layers. We recommend:
    • Beanie, warm jumper/ jacket 
    • Spray jacket/ Raincoat 
    • Sunglasses and hat
    • Camera, GoPro etc
    • Towel
    • Drinking water

    Participation Requirements:

    • MUST be able to swim unassisted 
    • 15 Years+ minimum age. Any children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian
    • Not suitable for pregnant women or anyone with a back injury.
    • Snorkelling experience necessary
    • Sense of adventure!
    • Please note we operate on NSW time!
    • We guarantee you will see whales, or we will take you out again for free.
    • Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee you will get to swim with them, but we offer 50% off for your next swim adventure if we are unsuccessful on the first tour.
    • We encourage you to bring a few light snacks, we provide tea, coffee and snacks pre-departure but there is nothing for sale onboard.
    • No Backpacks or large bags are allowed onboard.
    • Make sure you wear multiple layers, it gets a lot colder out on the water.
    • We recommend a long sleeve shirt, a jumper and a jacket. Make sure to bring a Hat as well.
    • If you cancel your booking or wish to change the date of your tour without giving us at least 24 hours’ notice prior to the scheduled tour date and time.
    • We will provide you with a refund of your payment within 21 days using the same payment method, less the booking fee. 
  • Your voucher(s) and booking information will be included in the confirmation email you will receive shortly after purchasing the experience on Amazed.com.

    If the booking needs to be first confirmed by the host, you will receive your Amazed voucher within 24-48 hours of purchase.

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